Tharka
Tharka is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tharka village. As per 2009 stats, Gubradhari is the gram panchayat of Tharka village.
Tharka has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tharka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tharka is 488154. The village spans a total geographical area of 426.64 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Tharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tharka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tharka
Population of Tharka
Below is a concise population overview of Tharka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 411 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 79 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 241 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 271 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 140 | 248 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tharka village:
- The total population of Tharka village is around 827, including approximately 411 males and 416 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Tharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tharka village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 500 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tharka village is about 53.08%, with male literacy at 65.94% and female literacy at 40.38%.
- There are around 181 households in Tharka village.
Connectivity of Tharka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tharka. As per the 2011 stats, Tharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tharka
Knowing the nearby villages of Tharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tharka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tharka
- Where is Tharka located?
- Tharka village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tharka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tharka is Gubradhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharka is 827, with 411 males and 416 females.
- How many households are there in Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tharka village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharka is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 65.94%, while the female literacy rate is 40.38%.